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Black History Month Monologue and Storytelling with Antwoinette Ayers

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults, All Ages
Community Event, Performance
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Performance
Event Details:

Visit us for a Black History Month monologue and story hour with Antwoinette Ayers from the Illinois Humanities Speaker Bureau. No registration required. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Bingo

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Other
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for Bingo and win fun prizes! No registration required. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Online / Remote
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
This event is in the "Children" group.

Nature's Creatures

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

We will be mixing plaster to pour into the mold to create nature's creatures. We will then remove them from the mold and proceed to painting them.  Children ages 8 years old and up can register for this program.

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Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Tuesday Morning Story-Time For Babies & Toddlers

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Storytime
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Childern's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Story-Time for babies & toddlers on Tuesdays @ 10:00AM

This event is in the "Children" group.

Peaceful Time/Tiempo De Paz

3:00pm - 4:15pm
Children
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come by afterschool for a place to relax and unwind! No registration required! For ages 10+

¡Ven después de la escuela para relajarte y descansar! ¡No es necesario registrarse! Para mayores de 10 años

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

3:00pm - 5:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!

Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Online / Remote
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Get an inside look at the space industry with Illinois’ own Coralie Adam. She’ll be joined in conversation by Renae Kerrigan, Curator of Science and Director of the Dome Planetarium at Peoria Riverfront Museum.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join the Friends of the Blue Island Public Library for lively discussion of current titles.

The title discussed on Mar. 4 will be The Ride of Her Life by Elizabeth Letts.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

S.H.S. (Shelf Help Squad)

10:00am - 6:00pm
Young Adult
Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Young Adult/Teen Area
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Teen Volunteer Opportunity
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Come and choose a task to work on, like organizing shelves or prep for teen programs on Wednesdays in the Spring.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Medicare Workshop: Lunch & Learn (English)

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Visit the library for a workshop on Medicare Fraud. This event is intended to equip seniors with the knowledge they need to protect themselves from Medicare schemes. A light lunch will be provided for those who attend.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Maker Challenge: Painted Pepper Pots

3:00pm - 6:00pm
Young Adult
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: During Maker Hours
Age Group: Young Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come paint a ceramic pot. Pepper seeds and soil included.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

3:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!

Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Dinosaur Sewing Craft

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Childern's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Sewing Dinosaur pillows for kids, ages 5 to 13 years old. Sign up in person.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Tabletop Gaming Figure Painting

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Swing by the library to paint tabletop gaming figures. No registration is required; materials will be provided. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Zumba Fiesta

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, All Ages
Eventos En Español
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Eventos En Español
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

¡Unete a la fiesta de Zumba de bajo impacto!  Esta clase es ideal para todas las edades.  Bailaremos con ritmo latino,

bachata, merengue, cumbia, banda y mucho más.  ¡No te lo pierdas!  Registración requerida.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

This digital literature class provided by ABE-LINC will cover basic computer skills. Content will include: Microsoft Offices, Telehealth, Internet Access, and more. This class is free, and those who complete the course will receive a free device.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace Hours

3:00pm - 6:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Eventos En Español, Workshop
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity in the Makerspace! Work on projects! Use our tools and materials!

Kids under 12 must be with an adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Young Adult" group.

Cybercafe

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, Young Adult
Technology Class
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Tech Annex
Age Group: Adults, Young Adult
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Consult with skilled staff regarding tech questions. Call ahead for details about what we are able to assist you with. No registration required at this time.

This event is in the "Young Adult" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Leaf & Latte Lovers

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Young Adult, All Ages
Community Event, Food & Drink
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Young Adult, All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Food & Drink
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a plant swap. Bring your plant babies, cuttings, or seedlings, and leave with a new plant. 

Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Rewind TV Night

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Children
Movie
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come by for our Rewind TV Night Program! We will be watching TV shows from the 90s-2010s! Shows will be announced the week of event! No registration required! Snacks will be provided! 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ABELINC Programa de Acesso Digital

9:15am - 1:15pm
Adults
Eventos En Español, Technology Class
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Eventos En Español, Technology Class
Event Details:

Los talleres de accesso digital son impartidos por navegadores digitales de la Universidad Estatal de Chicago.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Bilingual Storytime & Craft/Hora de Cuentos y Arte

10:30am - 11:30am
Children
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Library Branch: Blue Island Public Library
Room: Childern's Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Come by for a Bilingual Storytime and then a craft! No registration required! 

¡Ven a disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingüe y luego de una manualidad! ¡No es necesario registrarse!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography and Video Policy

Library Photography, Videos, and Recording
Blue Island Public Library may take photos, videos, and audio recordings at the library and during library events to use in its publicity materials and on its website and social media sites.